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Love, mercy, justice
The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods are a community of vowed Catholic women religious. Inspired by our foundress Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, we are passionate about our lives of prayer, education, service and advocacy.
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Break boundaries, create hope
Spirituality and justice go hand-in-hand. We are committed to walking with those on the margins. Join us on our journey to make Earth better for all.
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What inspires you?
We all need a little spiritual inspiration sometimes. Let the wisdom of our Providence Community support you on your journey.
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Experience the Woods
From the moment you step onto the grounds at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, you know you're somewhere special. There's something for everyone at the Woods.
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Where do you fit in?
Reconnect or find new opportunities with the Providence Community. Volunteer in one of our many ministries, be an intern on the farm, explore job opportunities or reminisce about your alma mater.
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Join the Providence Family
Live joyfully! Single, Catholic women ages 18-42 are invited to explore a fulfilling life as a Sister of Providence. All women and men of faith are invited to join the family of Providence as Providence Associates.
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Providence Spirituality
“The God of Providence carries the entire mystery of the divine, ever trustworthy, never failing. The God of Providence offers all the possibilities for ourselves and the world, including both what God wants to happen and what God is willing to let happen because God honors the gift of human freedom. The choices are ours — truly free, but ever grounded in the grace of God, the Holy Mystery of Providence, about which there is ever more to be discovered.” – Sister Ruth Eileen Dwyer

February 21, 2021: First Sunday of Lent
"Let us spend some time this week in thinking about how we can more quickly and effectively walk away from situations that present that temptation."

Sigh … it’s Lent again
I usually don’t mind the Lenten season; it’s just that I feel as if we’ve been “doing Lent” for the past year! Sigh!

Against gray February skies
You are the branches ...

February 17, 2021: Ash Wednesday
"Explore a new Lenten tradition that calls to your heart."

February 14, 2021: Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
"This week, let us all catch ourselves as we notice a need. Instead of responding in duty, let us freely choose to respond in love."

Our Letter to President Biden
'We stand with you especially in your commitment to prioritize climate change solutions.'

From us to you: Blessings to you for giving
Words cannot express how grateful we are for those who faithfully supported us in whatever ways they could.

February 7, 2021: Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
"This week, let each of us choose to be a conduit of God’s love to a neighbor."

Guerin property demolition moving forward
Let us commit to "keeping Guerin alive" through our continued relationships with one another and through living the values of love, mercy and justice that were the foundation of a Guerin education

Patience: a poem
To practice Patience is to quiet the mind and the soul.
If Yoga and Tai Chi are meditations in motion,
then Fiber Art is minuscule movements and
tiny meditations in patience.

January 31, 2021: Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
"May we also recognize how we can be a caring presence for those in need whom we encounter in our lives?"

Leadership statement: OUTBREAK of COVID-19 at Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods
We ask that people continue to pray for all people who have been afflicted with this virus and affected by the pandemic.
